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An automated fibre placement machine head

UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL

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21 Jan 2025 at 15:17

Summary of the contracting process

The University of Bristol recently completed the procurement process for an automated fibre placement machine head, classified under "Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery" (CPV code: 42900000). This procurement aims to extend the composite layup technology of the National Composites Centre (NCC) at the existing production cell in Bristol (region UKK1). Notably, the procurement was carried out through an award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition, as Electroimpact UK, Ltd. was identified as the only UK supplier capable of this capability upgrade. The contract, valued at £900,000, was signed on 14th January 2025.

This tender presents a significant opportunity for businesses specialising in advanced manufacturing and composite material technologies. As the procurement focused on state-of-the-art inspection systems and laser heating technology, companies with expertise in these areas stand to benefit. Additionally, subcontracting opportunities associated with this contract could foster further business growth for suppliers within the UK's composite materials industry. The involvement of a prestigious institution like the University of Bristol also assures companies of high standards and potential long-term collaborations.

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Notice Title

An automated fibre placement machine head

Notice Description

An automated fibre placement machine head capable of composite material deposition using laser heating technology and state-of-the-art inspection system. This procurement will extend the composite layup technology of the NCC at the existing production cell.

Procurement Information

32(5B). Electroimpact UK, Ltd. is the only UK supplier capable of providing this capability upgrade as they have previously supplied the existing production cell where the equipment will be installed.

Publication & Lifecycle

Open Contracting ID
ocds-h6vhtk-04d515
Publication Source
Find A Tender Service
Latest Notice
https://www.find-tender.service.gov.uk/Notice/002047-2025
Current Stage
Award
All Stages
Award

Procurement Classification

Notice Type
Award Notice
Procurement Type
Standard
Procurement Category
Goods
Procurement Method
Limited
Procurement Method Details
Award procedure without prior publication of a call for competition
Tender Suitability
Not specified
Awardee Scale
Large

Common Procurement Vocabulary (CPV)

CPV Divisions

42 - Industrial machinery


CPV Codes

42900000 - Miscellaneous general and special-purpose machinery

Notice Value(s)

Tender Value
Not specified
Lots Value
Not specified
Awards Value
Not specified
Contracts Value
£900,000 £500K-£1M

Notice Dates

Publication Date
21 Jan 20251 years ago
Submission Deadline
Not specified
Future Notice Date
Not specified
Award Date
14 Jan 20251 years ago
Contract Period
Not specified - Not specified
Recurrence
Not specified

Notice Status

Tender Status
Complete
Lots Status
Not Specified
Awards Status
Active
Contracts Status
Active

Contracting Authority (Buyer)

Main Buyer
UNIVERSITY OF BRISTOL
Contact Name
Not specified
Contact Email
carl.boucher@nccuk.com
Contact Phone
+44 01179289000

Buyer Location

Locality
BRISTOL
Postcode
BS1 5DS
Post Town
Bristol
Country
England

Major Region (ITL 1)
TLK South West (England)
Basic Region (ITL 2)
TLK5 West of England
Small Region (ITL 3)
TLK51 Bristol, City of
Delivery Location
TLK1 Gloucestershire, Wiltshire and Bristol/Bath area

Local Authority
Bristol, City of
Electoral Ward
Central
Westminster Constituency
Bristol Central

Supplier Information

Number of Suppliers
1
Supplier Name

ELECTROIMPACT

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